Student Story

Accomplished graduate student, Samantha Macchi, has created her own lane in the chemistry program. She has already published three peer-reviewed papers on the research she has done. Samantha’s Graduate Student Experience “I knew I wanted to go to UA Little Rock because of the undergraduate scholarship opportunities and to stay close to my family. What … Student Spotlight: Samantha Macchi

Originally from Canada, Natalie Snow came to UA Little Rock in 2017 to pursue her PhD in Criminal Justice. Snow says that the main motivating factor for the move was the similarities between her research interests and the research interests of the faculty on site. Once she enrolled and began taking courses, she realized she … Student Spotlight: Natalie Snow

Nicci is a Graduate School alum from the public history program. Talley is currently a successful program manager at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. She manages a staff of 21 and a budget of $5 million a year to be used for resources and visitor protection at this park. Learn more about Nicci’s student experience … Student Spotlight: Nicci Talley

Jordan Anderson is a graduate student seeking a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation of the Blind Orientation and Mobility at UA Little Rock! While living in Mississippi, he decided to move back to Arkansas to be closer to his family and friends. After he graduates, he plans to continue his education by obtaining his doctorate … Student Spotlight: Jordan Anderson

Adeola Adesoba is an international graduate student in the information quality graduate program. Adesoba is also the recipient of the 2020 Computing Research Association (CRA-WP) Grad Cohort and was awarded a full scholarship to attend a conference in Austin, Texas! She is also very active on campus with participation in the Society of Women Engineers … Student Spotlight: Adeola Adesoba

Jason Tanner is a graduate student in the Weekend MBA program. In 2019, Tanner was the recipient of the Electric Power Research Institute Technology Transfer Award. Jason’s Graduate Student Experience “The UA Little Rock experience has been extremely rewarding! As a graduate student in the Weekend MBA program I’ve developed some wonderful friends and discovered … Student Spotlight: Jason Tanner

Awaad Al Sarkhi is an international graduate student working to obtain her Ph.D. in Computer and Information Sciences. During her time at UA Little Rock she has earned the Outstanding Research Award. Awaad’s Graduate Student Experience “I chose UA Little Rock because the admissions process was smooth and easy going. The faculty has been great … Student Spotlight: Awaad Al Sarkhi

LaChanda is a graduate student in the business information systems program. She has successfully maintained a 4.0 grade point average all while maintaining a full time job and caring for four children. Check out her story below: LaChanda’s Graduate Student Experience “My experience at UA Little Rock has been one of the most rewarding and … Student Spotlight: LaChanda Oliver Filter

Xixi Wang, an international student and graduate assistant in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, started graduate study as a working mom of a 4-year-old and a 1-year-old. Online courses offered her the flexibility she needed to take her skill set and knowledge to the next level! Xixi’s Graduate Student Experience “Before enrolling as a … Student Spotlight: Xixi Wang

Emily is a graduate student in the college of business program. She successfully landed a position with Garver Engineering. Check out her story below: Emily’s Graduate Student Experience “I chose UA Little Rock because of their College of Business program. I spoke to many of my peers who highly recommended the program based on its … Student Spotlight: Emily Deer